The Appalachian Translational Research Network (ATRN) is committed to addressing the significant health challenges and disparities specific to Appalachia by enhancing research collaborations to speed the translation of scientific discoveries to health improvements for this region. Initial members consist of University of Kentucky and its partner, Marshall University, The Ohio State University, University of Cincinnati, Ohio University, and West Virginia University. 

Clarifying Publication Reporting Instructions for Research Performance Progress Reports (RPPR) and Renewal Applications

Background

The 18^th Annual Gill Heart Institute Cardiovascular Research Day is scheduled for October 2, 2015.  The event will take place at the Lexington Convention Center.  This year, the event is thrilled to host Gary Gibbons, MD as Keynote Speaker.  Dr. Gibbons is Director of the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute at the National Institute of Health.  Our Featured Speakers will include Peter Tontonoz, MD, PhD from UCLA and Mike Synder, PhD from Stanford University. 

Mueller, P.; Ye, S.; Morris, A.; Smyth, S.S.  Lysophospholipid mediators in the vasculature.  Experimental cell research  2015 [PubMed Link] | [Full Text]

Introduction

NIH recently released information regarding the NIH Lasker Clinical Research Scholars Program. The details are listed below and on the attached flyer.

[A letter from UK Human Resources]

Dear Colleagues,

The safety and wellbeing of our campus community is and always will be top priority. This includes younger workers employed during the summer months and throughout the year. As a reminder, University policy permits hiring only persons who are 18 years of age and older in regular full-time staff positions. During the summer months, some persons between the ages of 14 and 17 may be hired for temporary jobs.